A Scientific Urban Detective.

Chapter 970 Bait or Heir?

The leader of the dark side, Dr., manipulated the reflective alloy particles "Acacia" and single-handedly defeated five thousand mercenaries who were preparing to invade Academy City.

Because the difference in strength was too great, and the battlefield was outside the city walls, outside Academy City, the Doctor did not make the scene too bloody or ugly, considering the impact on public opinion and international perception.

So although the five thousand mercenaries suffered a devastating blow, at least they survived.

This made the subsequent interrogation much simpler. Even without the need for mind-reading abilities, the mercenaries, already demoralized and utterly devoid of fighting spirit and dignity, readily confessed everything they knew.

Five thousand people is no small number, let alone a fully armed, organized army. There are very few forces in the world capable of silently deploying such a force to the outskirts of Academy City.

As expected, after interrogation, it was discovered that the ships providing support were indeed those belonging to the Roman Catholic Church.

Lin Wuming was not surprised at all by this result.

In this world, the Roman Catholic Church, possessing absolute power, wields strength and influence that surpasses that of ordinary sovereign states.

Moreover, it wasn't just this mercenary group; in fact, the vast majority of organizations and forces involved in this "great riot" were influenced or funded by the Roman Catholic Church.

Financial resources, intelligence channels, secret passages to and from the academy city... the means of support are numerous and varied.

The only requirement of the Roman Catholic Church is that they all erupt at the same time and cause a huge uproar.

As for the remaining small group of individuals and organizations, they took advantage of the chaos—seeing the whole city in disarray, they joined in, trying to fish in troubled waters.

Ultimately, not a single member of the Roman Catholic Church was mobilized, which led to yesterday's "great riot" that swept through the entire city!
This is why Lin Wuming was unable to find the mastermind behind everything.

Furthermore, the Roman Catholic Church was extremely cautious during this operation, leaving virtually no concrete evidence. While mind-reading evidence is recognized and legally valid within Academy City, it is unlikely to be accepted by outsiders. This means that, from a third-party perspective, there is no evidence to prove that the Roman Catholic Church was behind all of this.

Upon seeing the intelligence gathered after the interrogation, Lin Wuming even felt that the Roman Catholic Church's counterattack was a bit too petty. Although it seemed to have a grand scale, it had no other effect besides causing some trouble for Academy City.

Instead, it exposed the personnel of the "Anti-Academy City Alliance" who had painstakingly infiltrated the city.

It actually had the opposite effect!
Furthermore, who says you can't retaliate or seek revenge without evidence? Academy City and the Roman Catholic Church are already enemies, so whether or not there's any so-called evidence is completely irrelevant!
I cannot understand the purpose of this round of decisions by the Roman Catholic Church.

Even so, Lin Wuming did not underestimate the Roman Catholic Church.

The Roman Catholic Church is ultimately a behemoth with two billion followers, a massive force that combines sheer numbers with violence, and it cannot be too much to be cautious and attentive to it.

Lin Wuming wouldn't get carried away just because he defeated Houfang Zhishui. Putting aside everything else, there are still three other members in the "Right Seat of God"!

If they get provoked and mobilize all their forces, they might just come knocking on our door...

“Therefore, I think we must be on high alert, Chairman Aleister.” Lin Wuming contacted Aleister immediately after the debriefing meeting. “I suggest we reconsider the activities related to the Great Star Festival—it’s obvious that the enemy will definitely use the Great Star Festival to cause trouble!”

“You’re right, Lin Wuming,” Chairman Aleister replied calmly. “In fact, they do this every year, and this year will be no exception. This isn’t because you defeated a rear-area water, so you don’t need to feel guilty or have any concerns. Just proceed as planned.” “This year is different from previous years. The enemy’s retaliation will definitely be…” Lin Wuming wanted to continue persuading him.

“I know, but the more this is the case, the more the Great Star Festival must be held as scheduled,” Chairman Aleister said. “You should understand the reasoning, Lin Wuming?”

"Fine, you decide." Lin Wuming shrugged and spread his hands.

Ultimately, he made that call simply to fulfill his duty. Lin Wuming had already anticipated this outcome and was therefore not surprised in the slightest.

“You don’t need to worry too much,” Chairman Aleister added. “I will have people strengthen security and intelligence gathering. So, the safety of Academy City during the Daihasei Festival is in your hands, Lin Wuming.”

Chairman Aleister seemed to want to be a hands-off manager, readily delegating authority to Lin Wuming.

"Also, those twenty secret service organizations you commanded yesterday will remain under your command from now on," Chairman Aleister said. "Make good use of them; they will be your valuable assistants."

Lin Wuming snorted coldly and hung up the phone.

"Aleister...you're really not being polite," Lin Wuming exclaimed. "You're sure you won't stand idly by while Academy City is in danger..."

After thinking for a moment, Lin Wuming shook his head: "No, is he... using me as bait?"

……

"Are you really going to delegate authority to Lin Wuming?"

In a windowless building, in front of a giant test tube, Kihara Brainstem sat upright in a chair, looking at the man hanging upside down in front of him.

Aleister did not hide anything from Lin Wuming when they were talking on the phone.

"It's the same as before, just mutual exploitation. Of course, you can also see it as bait," Aleister said bluntly. "Besides, even if we really delegate power to Lin Wuming, what's wrong with it? Do you think there's anything inappropriate about it?"

“No,” the golden retriever shook its head, “In fact, I can’t find any problems with him either. If you really want to choose a successor, I’m afraid there is no one more suitable than Lin Wuming.”

After a pause, the golden retriever—Kihara Brainstem—continued, “I’m just surprised. I didn’t expect you to think so highly of him. Aleister, as you said, you and Lin Wuming have a mutually beneficial relationship, but in my opinion, your level of trust in him has exceeded the level of someone you’re just using.”

“You must understand that there are few relationships in this world stronger than those based on shared interests,” said Chairman Aleister. “In that respect, there are no more trustworthy people than those with whom you mutually benefit.”

“Yes,” Kihara nodded with deep feeling, “Although my understanding tells me that your statement is inaccurate, reality has repeatedly proven you right—Lin Wuming is indeed constantly responding to your expectations. This is truly…”

Kihara Brainstem was filled with emotion, and finally said only once more: "He really is the successor you chose, isn't he?"

(End of this chapter)